Dandridge, in the northeastern part of Tennessee, had a population of slightly less than 3,000 as 2008, according to city-data.com. Located in the Smoky Mountains, the Dandridge area offers a range of outdoor activities. Dandridge is home to Douglas Lake. Campgrounds in the area include many in Dandridge itself.
In operation for nearly 30 years and along the banks of Douglas Lake, Fanchers Campground is open year round. Rental cabins are also available. Features include a store with camping supplies and groceries, a swimming pool, laundry facilities and a concrete boat ramp. Activities include fishing, boating and water skiing. Sites are available on a seasonal basis. The cabins feature front and back porches with rocking chairs.
Fanchers Campgrounds
2528 Roundhouse Road
Dandridge, TN 37725
865-397-3510
fancherscampground.com
The Smokey View Campground is along the banks of Douglas Lake and open from March through October. The campground offers 171 sites with full or partial RV hook-ups. The campground features a boat launch. Amenities include a store, swimming pool, snack bar, recreation room and laundry facilities. Whitewater paddling is available near the campground in Little Pigeon River-West Prong.
Smokey View Campground
559 Terry Point Road
Dandridge, TN 37725
423-397-7202?
Douglas Lake Campground is located on the lake. This campground is open from March through November. The campground has 100 sites that include sewer, water and electric hook-ups. The campground features a boat launch, flush toilets, showers, a swimming pool, tennis courts and picnic tables. The campground offers trails for hiking and biking. Lower Whiterock Trail, one of the most popular trails in the region, winds through the campground.
Douglas Lake Campground
1943 Oak Grove Road,
Dandridge, TN 37725
423-397-2998
